Question

federalism is best described as the

• authority to make and enforce decisions based on a written constitution
• use of checks and balances between the three branches of government
• difference in the function of the public and private sectors of the economy
• division of power between national and state levels of government

Explanation:

Federalism is a system where power is divided between national and state governments. The first option refers to a constitution - based authority (more like a republic concept). The second option about checks and balances is part of the separation of powers within a single government level. The third option about public - private sectors is an economic concept. The fourth option correctly defines federalism as the division of power between national and state levels.

Answer:

division of power between national and state levels of government